New heavy-duty truck engine from Cummins

Cummins Engine Co. Inc. announced a completely new 600 horsepower diesel engine with the first electronic dual overhead cam in automotive history. The company said it believes the Signature 600 engine can help capture a larger share of the heavy-duty truck market worldwide and also improve profitability. The new engine will be produced beginning next March at Cummins’ Columbus, IN, plant now undergoing a $225 million expansion. The engine will be demonstrated in trucks made by major manufacturers during a coast-to-coast tour set to commence on August 4^th.

Cummins, headquartered in Columbus, IN, is the world’s largest producer of diesel engines above 200 horsepower. These engines provide power for customers in its key markets: automotive, power generation, industrial and filtration. Cummins reported record sales of $5.3 billion in 1996.